FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Avalon Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Avalon Small Business Loans
Avalon unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Avalon Business Loans
What is the Larger Avalon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.